In the autobiography of Manfred Ewald “ Ich war der sport” (English: “I was the Sport”) he explains how huge arenas, gymnasiums, rinks and Sports colleges were built by the State. Academic programs in sport science, sport medicine, coaching techniques and other related activities were … [Read more...] about I Was the Sport
Learning is a Life-Long Process.
The days at IFS are rapidly turning into weeks. …. The daily football training program is very much being enjoyed by our students. We observe their smiling faces as they enter the classroom each morning once they’ve showers and have enjoyed the short morning tea break. The ‘enjoyment mood’ is being … [Read more...] about Learning is a Life-Long Process.
Learning at IFS
What was your experience of college as a student? What has been your experience of college as a parent? Our approach to both learning in and out of the classroom at Central Coast Sports College is different. This is challenging for us parents to understand, especially when we have been shaped … [Read more...] about Learning at IFS
Interesting Observations
This week the students in stage 5 (years 9 and 10) have been given an English and History project. This DIY style project based learning educational pack will allow students the opportunity to show us their true potential, for some this was a shock to the system, while others have effortlessly taken … [Read more...] about Interesting Observations
What does it take to be a professional footballer?
We have introduced a process at IFS where our injured players are given a mental task during training sessions so that no time is wasted. If you can’t train physically, you can still train the mental aspect. I asked one of our students this week to write down what he thought it took to become a … [Read more...] about What does it take to be a professional footballer?
2GO Radio Station – We are on the air!
Starting today Central Coast Sports College has started a 4 week advertising campaign on the Central Coast's very own local radio station 2GO. We had Jimmy and the road runner crew visit the college this morning and our ad can be heard a number of times throughout the day. Jimmy will be back on … [Read more...] about 2GO Radio Station – We are on the air!
I am better….
Since starting with the college I have improved myself as a footballer without a doubt. I have learned about controlling my body shape and position to see the game better, how to check to the ball effectively, the importance of my first touch, what my objective is in a certain situation and how to … [Read more...] about I am better….
Champions are not born, they are made!
I was born 1974 in Jena. Jena is a university city in central Germany on the River Saale. It has a population of roughly 105,000 and is the second largest city in the federal state of Thuringia, after Erfurt. The German Democratic Republic GDR, informally known in English as East Germany, was a … [Read more...] about Champions are not born, they are made!
Pushing the Limits…
What a week it has been. I still cannot believe we have only been open for just over 2 weeks! Thank you once again for coming on the IFS journey with us. This past week has been another whirlwind and I am afraid to say there are many more ahead of us all. Those of you who know me well, may … [Read more...] about Pushing the Limits…
New Expectations
It's been a fantastic first 3 weeks at IFS. The football program is well underway and while the first week or so was an exciting experience fueled by adrenaline for our kids, that has now been replaced by the day to day routine. Routine and discipline are two key components to any successful … [Read more...] about New Expectations